“It’s disappointing for the game, that’s the type of controversy that upsets people about football,” the Socceroo said.

“He was literally falling over without any contact and the referee was giving free kicks.”

Jedinak strikes back

The Socceroos showed maturity beyond their footballing years to hold their own against the billion-dollar Les Bleus but a controversial 58th minute penalty and an unfortunately deflected shot ultimately felled the Australians at Kazan Arena.

"They lost with such an unlucky goal,” Bert van Marwijk said after the match.

“That’s disappointing but I think we can be proud with the way we played against one of the best teams in the world.

“I think at least we deserved a point.”

France claimed all three-points and moved atop Group C as the Socceroos will look to reorganise ahead of their clash with Denmark on Thursday.